Making Modern Architecture Blend In

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Nov 10, 2013 at 11:15 AM

Ever walk down the block and see a new house sticking out like a sore thumb? It's a particularly common problem with modern architecture, which stands out in historic communities because it looks so radically different from older housing. But modern housing doesn't have to clash, with the right architect at the helm of the project, and an example from Japan shows exactly how modern homes can be brought into alignment with their surroundings. See full article.

Ever walk down the block and see a new house sticking out like a sore thumb? It's a particularly common problem with modern architecture, which stands out in historic communities because it looks so radically different from older housing. But modern housing doesn't have to clash, with the right architect at the helm of the project, and an example from Japan shows exactly how modern homes can be brought into alignment with their surroundings. See full article.

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